I have lost my bottom retainer and my top retainer is cracking, what should I do?

Q.
Hi, I had the treatment for a gap in my two top front teeth however the orthodontist tidied up my bottom teeth too (these were not really the problem) however I lost the retainer for the bottom set and I am just worrying that when I wear the top one’s at night I am ruining them with my teeth as they are cracking where my bottom teeth touch them. Is this usual for people to experience or do you have patients that only have treatment for the top / lower teeth? I cannot afford to replace my lower retainer and my teeth have moved already. What is the normal course of action for this? Many Thanks
A.
Hi
It sounds like you may be grinding your teeth at night which is leading to the cracking of your upper retainer. I would speak wi your dentist about having a new reinforced one or even a night time guard (splint) if you are prone to grinding. I would also recommend a new lower retainer….I know you mentioned costs but this is a good investment to stop the teeth moving (as they will) and it would be a shame to undo all that good work you have had done.
Good luck
Adam
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